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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 XYKMOT history

LR08 XYK is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

LR08 XYK grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
69,847 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XYK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XYK was last recorded at 69,847 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,837 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,847 miles
  • 2025 – 66,638 miles
  • 2024 – 63,029 miles
  • 2023 – 58,959 miles
  • 2022 – 55,387 miles
  • 2021 – 52,695 miles
  • 2020 – 49,586 miles
  • 2019 – 47,041 miles
  • 2018 – 44,050 miles
  • 2017 – 38,414 miles
  • 2016 – 34,329 miles
  • 2015 – 30,003 miles
  • 2014 – 26,347 miles
  • 2013 – 22,634 miles
  • 2012 – 19,215 miles
  • 2011 – 13,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,847 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • NEAR SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR GLASS SLIGHT CRACK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front TYRE INNER TREAD SLIGHT WEAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,847 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    69,847 miles
    Test number
    292183327940
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail69,837 miles (+3,199)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,837 miles
    Test number
    148217686227
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass66,638 miles (+3,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,638 miles
    Test number
    415500603864
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy

  4. Pass63,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,029 miles
    Test number
    979528104434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail63,029 miles (+4,070)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,029 miles
    Test number
    770082483018
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass58,959 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    58,959 miles
    Test number
    614314576870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,387 miles (+2,692)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    55,387 miles
    Test number
    514794457721
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass52,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    52,695 miles
    Test number
    758093725381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail52,695 miles (+3,109)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,695 miles
    Test number
    962098624305
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass49,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    498295117343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail49,586 miles (+2,545)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    445936844135
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass47,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,041 miles
    Test number
    809523253526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,041 miles (+2,991)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,041 miles
    Test number
    134644071923
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass44,050 miles (+5,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    44,050 miles
    Test number
    760627238984
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre:- Damage to outer sidewall.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre:- cracking on outer sidewall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass38,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,414 miles
    Test number
    952745194231
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR GLASS SLIGHT CRACK
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE INNER TREAD SLIGHT WEAR

  16. Fail38,414 miles (+4,085)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,414 miles
    Test number
    929555638938
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR GLASS SLIGHT CRACK
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper SIDE LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE INNER TREAD SLIGHT WEAR

  17. Pass34,329 miles (+4,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,329 miles
    Test number
    687472637051
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED

  18. Pass30,003 miles (+3,656)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,003 miles
    Test number
    885313275141
    • NoteNear side front tyre outer side wall slight cut
    • NoteOff side front tyre inner tread wear

  19. Pass26,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,347 miles
    Test number
    888477264178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,347 miles (+3,713)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,347 miles
    Test number
    427277964134
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass22,634 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    207420473418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,215 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,215 miles
    Test number
    647831472105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,869 miles
    Test number
    749848291053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XYK

Does LR08 XYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XYK is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XYK?
The MOT on LR08 XYK is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XYK done?
LR08 XYK was recorded at 69,847 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 3,669 miles a year.
Has LR08 XYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XYK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XYK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR08 XYK find?
LR08 XYK passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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